All About Healing: New Health Books

From natural remedies to a memoir on one woman’s journey ofchronic illness and the myth of full recovery, there is a range of new health books for your reading pleasure. Check out the list below to see what has recently been added to our collection!

The art of herbs for health : treatments, tonics and natural home remedies / Sullivan, Rebecca
“This beautifully photographed book contains a wealth of knowledge for anyone who wants to improve their health with herbs. Herbal medicine has been used for centuries and this book is full of Rebecca Sullivan’s brilliant tips and advice – from soaking your feet in cool black tea to fix smelly feet to making ginger-infused ice cubes to combat nausea. With a detailed herb glossary and plenty of information about essential oils, this is an essential volume for every would-be modern apothecary.” (Adapted from Catalogue)

Heal the body, heal the mind : a somatic approach to moving beyond trauma / Babbel, Susanne
“Traumatic events can leave mental and physical scars–but these scars don’t have to define us. Heal the Body, Heal the Mind takes trauma survivors on a supportive and healing journey toward well-being. So, if you’re ready to move beyond the trauma that’s been holding you back in your relationships, at work, and in your spiritual practice, this guide will show you how.” (Catalogue)

The omega principle : seafood and the quest for a long life and a healthier planet / Greenberg, Paul
“By the bestselling author of Four Fish and American Catch, an eye-opening investigation of the history, science, and business behind omega-3 fatty acids, the ‘miracle compound’ whose story is intertwined with human health and the future of our planet. Rigorously reported and winningly told, The Omega Principle is a powerful argument for a more deliberate and forward-thinking relationship to the food we eat and the oceans that sustain us” (Catalogue)

Unwell : what makes a disease a disease? / McRae, Mike
“Nostalgia used to be a killer nervous condition. Emotional women were once treated with a good orgasm, left-handed folk were beaten to be turned ‘right’, and rotten teeth pulled to cure the mentally unwell. Just who made these diseases ‘diseases’ anyway? And what makes us think we understand any better today?Unwell is a fascinating and insightful exploration of the ever-changing nature of illness.” (Catalogue)

Am I ugly? / Elman, Michelle
“A memoir about a woman’s journey to body positivity. In today’s world of supplements, celebrity diets and social media, it’s very easy to be hard on ourselves about the way we look. Am I Ugly? is this inspiring woman’s compelling and deeply personal memoir that describes her childhood experiences of life-threatening health problems, long stays in hospital and fifteen complex surgeries that left her scarred, both mentally and physically.” (Adapted from Catalogue)

The beauty guide : your body, biochemistry and beliefs / Weaver, Libby
“In a world where so many women feel deflated by what they see in the mirror, tempted into the realm of; enhancements; or drawn to anything that will help mask their flaws; The Beauty Guide shines a spotlight on what it means to be beautiful and acts as a guide to help the reader feel and look their best—at any age. Learn how to stop worrying about what others think of you, improve your relationship with your body and explore ways to inspire a new generation of girls with an innate belief in their inner beauty.” (Catalogue)

Sick : a memoir / Khakpour, Porochista
“For as long as author Porochista Khakpour can remember, she has been sick. For most of that time, she didn’t know why. Several drug addictions, some major hospitalizations, and over $100,000 later, she finally had a diagnosis: late-stage Lyme disease. A story of survival, pain, and transformation, Sick candidly examines the colossal impact of illness on Khakpur’s life by not just highlighting the failures of a broken medical system but by also boldly challenging our concept of illness narratives.” (Catalogue)

Complete wellness / Curtis, Susan
“Enjoy long-lasting holistic health and prepare natural health remedies for common ailments with essential oils, herbal remedies, and pure foods. Complete Wellness delivers a head-to-toe guide to healing for every part of your body. Targeted instructions allow you to tap into the restorative powers of herbs and plants and their therapeutic essential oils and use tried-and-true, centuries-old herbal remedies to treat a host of common ailments.” (Adapted from Catalogue)

The Hashimoto’s healing diet : anti-inflammatory strategies for losing weight, boosting your thyroid, and getting your energy back / Ryan, Marc
“If you’ve been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, it can be hard to know where to start with your diet. There are so many different cookbooks and recommendations, and few provide different options for different situations. That’s where The Hashimoto’s Healing Diet comes in! In this book, Marc Ryan helps you deal with the changes that are frequently involved with Hashimoto’s disease. He shows you how to use dietary inventions strategically so that you can adapt your plan in different circumstances. Finally, Marc offers an action plan for readers to continue on their journey towards total wellness.” (Catalogue)